Manager, Data Governance

Location: You will be based in our Toronto office and will work in a Hybrid model.Reporting Relationship: You will report to the Director, Data Science and DevelopmentManagement.Your Moneris Career - What you'll doThe Data Governance Manager will lead the development and execution of our data governance framework. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards, policies, and best practices that enable reliable and consistent data for decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesData and AI Governance Strategy: Develop and implement a data governance framework aligned with organizational objectives.Policy & Standards: Define and enforce data policies, standards, and stewardship practices.Data Quality: Establish metrics and processes for monitoring and improving data quality.Metadata & MDM: Oversee metadata management and support master data initiatives. Provide strategic guidance with respect to MDM best practices. Contributing to the analysis of master data requirements and performing complex data mapping activitiesCollaboration: Partner with IT, Legal, Infosec and business units to promote data governance best practices.Training: Drive data literacy programs and provide guidance to data stewards.Reporting: Deliver regular updates on governance KPIs and compliance status to leadership.Tooling: Lead the architecture and design of Moneris Data Governance tooling and supporting processes to ensure alignment with current and future data management goals and strategy.QualificationsBachelor’s or master’s degree in data management, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.7+ years of experience in data governance or data management roles.Hands-on experience with Data Governance and metadata repositories and cataloging tools (Collibra, Alation, Informatica EDC, Snowflake Horizon).Knowledge of AI Governance to drive responsible, ethical, and compliant use of AI systems and data.Strong understanding of data architecture, data quality, and compliance frameworks.Ability to query, validate, and profile data.Familiarity with Data Engineering (Snowflake, DBT) and ETL tools (Informatica, Talend).Knowledge of data pipelines and ingestion processes.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Good to have:Experience with conceptual, logical, and physical data models.Implementing data validation rules and monitoring dashboards.Familiarity with Data Governance for Data science model (MLopS)Financial domain and/or payments domain knowledgeYour Moneris Career - What you getAt Moneris, we believe in empowering you to succeed—personally and professionally. As part of our team, you'll have access to resources, opportunities, and an inclusive environment that supports your development and career.Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits starting from day one, and your choice of a health spending account (HSA) or personal spending account (PSA)Retirement planning support, with profit-sharing programs including company match and a defined contribution pension planGrowth & development opportunities, including unlimited access to Coursera, mentorship programs, and an internal gig marketplaceHolistic wellness support, with an Employee & Family Assistance Program, 24/7 virtual healthcare, and workplace wellness initiativesFlexibility that works for you, including hybrid work arrangements, a Work from Abroad program, and paid time off programsRecognition and rewards, with company-wide recognition programs, exclusive banking perks from RBC & BMO, and access to great employee discounts